2010 Subaru Forester review
In its first full redesign since the 2003 model year, the Subaru Forester has moved closer to the mainstream than some fans might have hoped it would. The old model's boxy charm has been toned down, and what's left is a compact SUV whose driving dynamics are on par with some of the nimbler players in this segment. A few Forester diehards may cry foul, but I suspect the changes will widen the car's appeal to the market in general. The SUV remains as practical as ever, but now boasts enough refinement to merit serious consideration from anyone shopping the latest Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.
Trim levels include the 2.5X and 2.5X L.L.Bean, along with turbocharged 2.5XT and 2.5XT Limited versions; click here to see a side-by-side comparison with the 2008 model. Subaru's full-time all-wheel-drive system is standard. I drove a number of configurations both on- and off-road at a press event in Southern California.
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Locking the doors
Press the “” button to lock all doors
and rear gate (Outback). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal
lights will flash once.
If any of the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) i ...
Going & Stopping
Subaru increased the Tribeca's standard horizontally opposed six-cylinder
from 3.0 to 3.6 liters for 2008. The new engine makes 256 horsepower, which is a
modest increase over the previous engine' ...
Temperature sensors
Temperature sensors
1) Interior air temperature sensor
2) Solar sensor
The automatic climate control system employs several sensors. These sensors are delicate. If they are not treated properly and ...